As Christians we are called to be reverent or respectful to those around us because they bear the image of God. We are also called to respect and submit to those in authority over us. What does it look like to show reverence to others and why should we care to do so?
Join us for session eleven as we examine the standard we are called to, what it practically means to follow it and how we can display reverence for authority even when it is imperfect or even ungodly.
Verses Used:
Romans 13:1-2
Psalm 19:14
Hebrews 13:17
1 Peter 3:1-6
Genesis 12:11-20
Genesis 20:1-18
Philippians 4:8
Discussion Questions:
1. What is reverence? What does it look like, how does it act? How does it not act?
2. Who are we called to be reverent toward?
3. Why are we called to be reverent?
4. Does reverence mean we never speak up? If we disagree with someone in authority over us, how and in what tone should we approach that person?
5. How and why should we be reverent even toward those who are undeserving of our respect?
6. What holds you back from showing reverence or submission to those in authority over you?
Fashioned Session Eleven: Reverent
March 15, 2022 • Erin Morris
Fashioned Session Nineteen: Influential
May 17, 2022 • Erin Morris • Ezekiel 16:44–47, Ecclesiastes 12:11, Esther 4:8–16, Esther 5:4–8, Esther 7:2–6
Influence grants us great power that can be used either for good or for evil. How can we use the influence God gives us to spur others on to godliness? How can we gain influence in the lives of those we love so we can encourage them to follow Christ more closely? Join us for session nineteen as we examine how to influence well and how we ought to respond when those we love refuse to be influenced toward righteousness. Verses Used: Ezekiel 16:44-45 & 47 Ecclesiastes 12:11 Esther 4:8, 11 & 16 Esther 5:4-8 Esther 7:2-6 Discussion Questions: 1. Why is considering our influence with others so important? 2. How do we improperly use or sinfully grasp for influence? 3. How do we get influence in a godly way? 4. To what end should we use our God given influence? 5. How should we respond toward those who do not want to be influenced toward godliness?
Fashioned Session Eighteen: Love Your Children
May 10, 2022 • Paula Thorp
The Bible has a high regard for children and we should reflect this same view to all children we encounter whether they are our own or someone else's. We should be actively involved in displaying the love of Christ to children and training them in godliness. Join us for session eighteen as we discover what we are called to and how we can fulfill our roles well. Verses Used: Psalm 127:3-5 Proverbs 27:23 Deuteronomy 6:4-5 2 Corinthians 5:17 Discussion Questions: How does the Biblical view of children differ from that of the world and what value does the Bible place on children? What things are involved in shepherding children well? How are we called to love our children and when you do find it most difficult to be loving? Is there anything that hinders your ability to love well? What is our responsibility in training our children, both in disciplining them and training them up to know the Lord? When we provide discipline, what is our motivation for doing so and what should be our attitude in moments of discipline?
Fashioned Session Seventeen: Love Your Husband
May 3, 2022 • Angela McAlister
Love your husband. It seems a very straightforward command but encompasses so many things. If we are to love our husbands well we must love them sacrificially as Christ loves us. Join us for session seventeen as we study how to demonstrate respect and love for our husbands even in challenging situations. Verses Used: Titus 2:3-5 John 15:12-13 Ephesians 5:22-33 1 Corinthians 7:3-5 Ephesians 5:32 Proverbs 31:10-12 Discussion Questions: 1. How does Biblical love differ from the world’s view of love and what does it mean to love sacrificially like Christ did in John 15:12-13? How can we apply this verse to loving our husbands? 2. In what ways are you a helper to your husband? Do you seek ways to be blessing to him? How so? 3. How do you show respect to your husband? What things do you do that are disrespectful to your husband? 4. Why is intimacy important to marriage? 5. When marriage is hard how and why should we continue to demonstrate love to our husbands?